Serving 807 students in grades 6-8, Beaver Lake Middle School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in Washington for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 72% (which is higher than the Washington state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 76% (which is higher than the Washington state average of 53%).
The student:teacher ratio of 22:1 is higher than the Washington state level of 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 62% of the student body (majority Asian), which is higher than the Washington state average of 51% (majority Hispanic and Asian).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 807 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 22:1
- Minority Enrollment: 62%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in WA
- Math Proficiency: 72% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 76% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 74% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Beaver Lake Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Washington for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Beaver Lake Middle School's student population of 807 students has declined by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 36 teachers has declined by 10% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
807 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
36 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Beaver Lake Middle School ranks within the top 10% of all 2,113 schools in Washington (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Beaver Lake Middle School is 0.68, which is equal to the diversity score at state average of 0.68. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#151 out of 2113 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
72%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
76%
53%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
74%
49%
Student : Teacher Ratio
22:1
16:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
41%
9%
Hispanic
10%
26%
Black
2%
5%
White
38%
49%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
9%
9%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
7%
41%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Beaver Lake Middle School's ranking?
Beaver Lake Middle School is ranked #151 out of 2,113 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Washington.
What schools are Beaver Lake Middle School often compared to?
Beaver Lake Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Pine Lake Middle School, Inglewood Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
72% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% WA state average), while 76% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 53% WA state average).
How many students attend Beaver Lake Middle School?
807 students attend Beaver Lake Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
41% of Beaver Lake Middle School students are Asian, 38% of students are White, 10% of students are Hispanic, 9% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Beaver Lake Middle School?
Beaver Lake Middle School has a student ration of 22:1, which is higher than the Washington state average of 16:1.
What grades does Beaver Lake Middle School offer ?
Beaver Lake Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Beaver Lake Middle School part of?
Beaver Lake Middle School is part of Issaquah School District.
In what neighborhood is Beaver Lake Middle School located?
Beaver Lake Middle School is located in the Klahanie neighborhood of Issaquah, WA. There are 2 other public schools located in Klahanie.
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